The Medieval Combat Society
The Medieval Combat Society (MCS) was originally formed in 1970, and is one of the oldest tournament re-enactment groups in the country today. The object of the Society is to have fun whilst entertaining the Public and generate an interest in British history. The MCS is a member of the Early Medieval Alliance (EMA), and has approximately 60 members from all over the UK and all walks of life. We are a fun, friendly, family orientated society with some families of three generations taking part, and roles for members of all ages. We are well respected throughout the re-enactment community.
Squires often train for one to two years before becoming Knights who take part in free form, non-choreographed full contact combat, clad in armour and using a variety of weaponry, authentic to the period. The Society are happy to encourage both male and female members to train to fight, and are encouraged to expand their medieval personalities and skills in many ways, including; archery, authenticity, costume, dance, music and fighting.
The Society have performed re-enactments at many major venues throughout the UK, Castles, Manor House, Museums, on film you may have seen us in Red Dwarf, as well as Schools, Educational displays, Corporate events, Carnivals, Charity events, Festivals, Weddings, Birthday parties as well as multi group events. Our displays vary from small street shows, where space is limited to a full size arena with a backdrop and foot tournament. Outside of the tournament we enjoy medieval dancing, music, archery and banquets and of course Mead.